Description
This creamy, protein-packed Cottage Cheese Salad Dressing is a game-changer for healthy eaters. Blended with fresh herbs, garlic, and a touch of apple cider vinegar, it delivers ranch-like creaminess without the mayo or heavy cream. Ready in 5 minutes, it’s perfect for drizzling over greens, grain bowls, roasted veggies, or using as a veggie dip. Naturally gluten-free, low-carb, and vegetarian — this versatile dressing will become a fridge staple.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat or low-fat)
- 3 tablespoons water
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (optional)
- ½ cup fresh herbs such as parsley, dill, mint or cilantro, tightly packed
- 1 garlic clove
- ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a blender or food processor: cottage cheese, water, apple cider vinegar (if using), fresh herbs, garlic clove, and black pepper (if using).
- Blend on high until completely smooth and creamy, about 30-60 seconds. Scrape down sides if needed.
- Taste and adjust seasoning — add more salt, pepper, or vinegar to your preference.
- If dressing is too thick, add an extra tablespoon of water and blend again.
- Transfer to a jar or container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Shake or stir before serving. Drizzle over salads, bowls, or use as a dip.
Notes
Tips: For a thinner dressing, add more water 1 tablespoon at a time. For a tangier flavor, increase apple cider vinegar. Use an immersion blender for smaller batches. Substitutions: Replace cottage cheese with Greek yogurt or silken tofu for dairy-free. Swap apple cider vinegar with lemon juice or white wine vinegar. Any combination of fresh herbs works — try basil, chives, or tarragon. Storage: Keeps in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Stir before each use as separation is natural.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: B
- Method: Blended
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 35
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 135mg
- Fat: 1.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: cottage cheese dressing, healthy salad dressing, high protein dressing, creamy herb dressing